Rumi: Poems (Everyman's Library Pocket Poets Series) Hardcover – June 6, 2006

Some of the most beautiful, soul-inspiring poems in the history of humankind are contained in these pages. I borrowed this book from a girlfriend years ago, kept it for years, returned it to her when I was overcome with guilt for keeping it so long, and years after that I finally secured my own copy...after realizing that there were some poems that I didn't want to live without. I had read them so many times that bits and pieces of them were emblazoned on my mind. If you love beauty and what's good about life and being a human, get this.

I have read and own many Rumi books, because I have a deep and abiding love and respect for the teachings of the Sufis.When I picked up this book, I was quickly impressed and then astounded by its excellence.The compiler cherry-picked superb material from six different translators, and in some cases juxtaposes one translation next to another.What a wonderful book!I have already purchased and given out ten copies to friends and family and will be buying more in the future.Everyone has loved it, and thanked me deeply.The best Rumi book I own.

I loved Rumi's poetry, and wanted to replace a copy in Farsi that had gone missing. Couldn't find out whether this one was in Farsi, so took a chance and ordered it based on the dust cover design. Well, it's all English translation. Not what I was looking for, so taking a couple of points of. Will keep the book though, since Rumi in English is better than no Rumi....

I bought this for my sister who is about to undergo back surgery and THEN chemotherapy. She loves Rumi, and this collection, translated by the inimical Coleman Banks, once again opens the world to her of Rumi's vision of timelessness and spiritual love. Many thanks for the good Volunteers of the Library who found this book and enabled me to buy it for her.

Hardcover edition is absolutely lovely. I love that this is a collection of translators, and not just one approach. Really lovely book. I will be purchasing one as a gift.

A must have for Rumi lovers.

A great collection of Rumi's poetry from 7 different translators, some with a very literal, scholarly style of translation and some with a more free-verse style. This is a great introduction to Rumi and will also be well-loved by those of us more familiar with his poetry. Has some great footnotes about Sufi mysticism and teachings. I love the beauty of this little book, from the calligraphry on the cover to its sewn-in ribbon bookmark. The compact size of the book makes it easy to carry into coffeehouses for inspirational reading.

More artistry with words

Lovely book just a shame it didn’t also have the Arabic translation As I thought this would help hubby with his Arabic

I love everyman library book publishers and I am building my library of their fiction classics too. They are beautiful hardback editions, with informative introductions and great value for money. I came to Rumi through the self help writer DR W. Dyer and I keep this edition handy as it's good to dip into for moments of comfort and inspiration.

Beautiful book

A treasure! Lovely to hold in your hand and a delight to dip into.

Great little book.